TAR: The Austin Renaissance

TAR: To cover in a pitch black or dark brown viscous liquid (tar) or to criticize harshly. 

When people think of Austin,TX, often they picture 6th st., teeming with people young and old, eager and drunk, seeking live music, BBQ and street tacos. The art scene, cuisine, tech, hippie culture and nightlife have consistently been a draw for the capitol of Texas. However, for far too long, Black Austinites have been left out of the picture. Our presence, our labor, our art, our history and stories have been critical in the formation and growth of Austin, TX; unfortunately, today we see Black Austinites fleeing exorbitant house and food prices and racial aggressions. A renaissance is long overdue. It is time to have a media channel built by Black people that focuses on the Black stories of Austin ranging from the politics, social and nightlife, art, music, history, and more that continues to shape the daily lives of Austin, Texas, the U.S. and even, the world. 

It's time to #TARAustin